Whether you're curious about nature, a true bonsai and horticulture enthusiast, or simply looking for an attraction to add to your list this summer, don't miss the 30th anniversary of Bonsaï Gros-Bec, Quebec's only bonsai interpretation center!
Read on to discover this idyllic location and what's in store for the 30th anniversary celebrations.
AN ENCHANTING SITE
Located in Saint-Alphonse-Rodriguez on a magnificent 16.5-acre site in the heart of the mountains, Bonsaï Gros-Bec features an interpretive trail, several greenhouses, a fully-equipped boutique and, of course, impressive bonsai on display, including over a hundred from the collection. What's more, some specimens are over a hundred years old!
DON'T MISS: THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
On July 12 and 13, 2025, come and take part in the L'Art'monie en Nature open house, celebrating Bonsaï Gros-Bec's 30th anniversary! For both days, access is free and we've got lots of surprises in store for you.
On the program :
- Bonsai and art exhibitions;
- Workshops (calligraphy, origami and bonsai);
- Guest artists;
- Guided tours of the site;
- Picnic areas with food-truck;
- And much more!
It's definitely worth the detour, and an opportunity to discover this unrivalled site if you've never been (or to return, because why not?).
THE (RELAXING) FENG-SHUI GARDEN
When you arrive, start your visit in the feng-shui garden, where you can discover the garden's nine zones, each with its own unique theme. Interpretation panels will be at your disposal along the way, so you can learn more about this art form. What's more, it's the only feng-shui garden in Quebec that can be visited! Tip: keep an eye out for hidden meanings. Can you see them all in one visit?
THINGS TO KNOW
The site is so vast that we recommend you plan a few hours for your visit, so as not to miss anything. What's more, if you want to take advantage of the magnificent site to grab a bite to eat, it's also possible to bring your own lunch and picnic on site.
Have you been charmed by your visit and discovered a passion for bonsai? Bonsaï Gros-Bec also has a school section, offering a range of training courses and workshops for all levels. Click here to find out more.
After a visit from our on-site team, we returned home with a bonsai! Our choice? On Micheal's advice, we opted for a young specimen of the Grewia Occidentalis variety, originally from Africa, a beginner-friendly species that produces pretty purple flowers in due course.
Whether you'd like to learn more, admire the collection, buy some tools or adopt your first bonsai like us, Bonsaï Gros-Bec is a unique place where you'll be accompanied by real experts in the field, and which you should visit without delay!
